Bowman was activated from the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform List on Tuesday after suffering a torn ACL in the NFC Championship game against Seattle last season. Bowman registered career highs in tackles (192), sacks (five), forced fumbles (four) and interceptions (two) in 2013.

Bruce Ellington, who came into the game listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury, will give it a go. He's the only player listed as questionable who will attempt to play through his injury.

Anquan Boldin

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San Francisco wideout Anquan Boldin didn't catch many balls Week 17, but still made a difference.

Boldin hauled in just two passes, but picked up a team-high 81 yards. Most of that came on a 76 yard scoring strike in the first quarter. Boldin managed to break free in the middle of the field as Colin Kaepernick scrambled to buy himself some time. Boldin caught the ball about 10 yards past the line of scrimmage, but managed to outrun the defense to the end zone for the score. He would catch a 5 yard pass to begin the second quarter, but that was it.

With the performance, Boldin went over 1,000 receiving yards for the sixth time in his career. He finished with 83 receptions for 1,062 yards and five touchdowns.

Leon McFadden

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49ers cornerback Leon McFadden is questionable to return to Saturday's Week 16 game against the Chargers due to a head injury, the team announced. McFadden had yet to record a tackle in Saturday's game at the time of his injury.

49ers running back Frank Gore returned to practice Thursday wearing a non-contact jersey as he continues to progress through the league's concussion protocol, reports the Sacramento Bee. Rookie running back Carlos Hyde remained sidelined with ankle and back injuries.

The 49ers host the Chargers on Saturday night. If Gore gets cleared by an independent neurologist and Hyde sits out, Gore could see a heavy workload. If neither plays, the 49ers' top two tailbacks would be Alfonso Smith and newly-signed Phillip Tanner.

Both players were listed as questionable on the team's final injury report, though it was reported early Saturday that Gore would in fact suit up for the game. Crabtree has yet to miss a game this season.

Hyde, Stevie Johnson and Reid were all ruled out prior to Sunday. Brock, Brooks and Cox were all considered questionable. Brock has a hamstring injury. Brooks is dealing with a thumb issue. Cox has a shoulder injury. Josh Johnson is a healthy scratch.

McDonald is dealing with a back injury. In eight games, he produced two catches for 30 yards.

The 49ers used the extra roster spot to activate linebacker NaVorro Bowman.

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Back - IR. Out for season

Kendall Hunter

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49ers running back Kendall Hunter signed a one-year contract extension through the 2015 season, the team announced. Hunter is on IR recovering from a torn ACL.

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Knee - IR. Out for season

Phil Dawson

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San Francisco kicker Phil Dawson hit both his field goals Week 17 against the Cardinals.

Dawson managed to convert from 37 yards and 53 yards out during the contest. He added two extra points. Dawson converted 25 of 31 attempts this season.

Corey Lemonier

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The 49ers DST forced four turnovers for a second straight week and posted its third consecutive dominant performance in the Week 6 win over Arizona. San Francisco's defense also scored for the second straight week, this time on a safety by rookie linebacker Corey Lemonier.

Hyde, Stevie Johnson and Reid were all ruled out prior to Sunday. Brock, Brooks and Cox were all considered questionable. Brock has a hamstring injury. Brooks is dealing with a thumb issue. Cox has a shoulder injury. Josh Johnson is a healthy scratch.

Both players were listed as questionable on the team's final injury report, though it was reported early Saturday that Gore would in fact suit up for the game. Crabtree has yet to miss a game this season.

Ventrone only played eight games this season for San Francisco and recorded just three tackles.

Holliday was waived in Week 9 from the Buccaneers to promote Marcus Thigpen.

Marcus Cromartie

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The 49ers announced several roster moves prior to Sunday's game against Seattle, per the team's official website. The team placed linebacker NaVorro Bowman (knee) and defensive lineman Glenn Dorsey (forearm) on the injured reserve list. In a corresponding move, San Francisco promoted cornerback Marcus Cromartie and guard Andrew Tiller to the 53-man active roster from the team’s practice squad.

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Groin - IR. Out for season

Shayne Skov

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The Buccaneers signed linebacker Shayne Skov to their practice squad. He was released by the 49ers last week.

Michael Crabtree

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49ers WR Michael Crabtree is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent in March, but new coach Jim Tomsula hopes that doesn't mean he's leaving San Francisco.

Speaking to the media at the Indianapolis scouting combine on Thursday, Tomsula was asked if he wanted Crabtree back.

"Absolutely," he said. "Those talks are happening this week. I don't have the checkbook, so I'm not in those particular conversations, but I do know that leaving San Francisco, heading to the airport the other day, that everything was lined up to talk to all of our people."

"Well, we sure hope so," Baalke said when asked if Smith would be able to mesh the professional and personal. "A lot of people haven’t had the pleasure of meeting Aldon. A great young man. He’s had some off-the-field adversity, some personal adversity that he’s trying to deal with and is dealing with. But, if you’ve ever had an opportunity to meet him, I think you’d feel how most of us feel, a tremendous young man."

Smith served a nine-game suspension during the 2014 season for violating the league's policies on personal conduct and substance abuse. He recorded two sacks in his seven games after returning from the suspension.

The 49ers have placed rookie linebacker Chris Borland on season-ending injured reserve with an ankle injury, reports NFL.com. Borland was in the midst of a breakthrough rookie campaign before going down with the injury in Week 15. Nick Moody will likely start the final two games of the season in place of Borland.

Borland appeared in 14 games and posted 107 total tackles, one sack and two interceptions.

People around the league believe that Gore's only chance of landing the type of deal he seeks is in a return to San Francisco. 49ers head coach Jim Tomsula said Thursday that the team has already begun contract talks with the running back as well as with wide receiver Michael Crabtree, NFL.com reports.

"I mean, Frank Gore, we talk about all the things that he has -- you mentioned the leadership and the passion and all those things -- but let's not overlook that he is a prolific running back in the National Football League. I'm a big Frank Gore guy. I know those talks are ongoing now, starting this week along with our other free agents."

General manager trent Baalke also expressed a willingness to bring Gore back in 2015 Thursday, per the team's website.

"The last two games of the season, I think you saw what Frank still has left in the tank," Baalke said. "A very good football player. One of the most passionate, if not the most passionate football player I’ve ever been around. So, I still think he’s got it in him. I know that he still believes it. I talked to him the other day on the phone and we’re going to do what we can to get him back as a 49er."

Gore racked up 1,106 yards on 255 carries and grabbed 11 receptions for 111 yards while scoring a total of five touchdowns in 2014. He's crossed the 1,000-yard mark in eight of his last nine seasons.

VIDEO: 49ers coach Jim Tomsula tells Pete Prisco and Jason La Canfora about becoming the 49ers coach, working with Colin Kaepernick and how he wants Frank Gore and Justin Smith back in San Francisco.

Hyde, Johnson and Brock were all ruled out for Saturday's game on the team's final report, but Brooks joins them on the inactive list after being deemed questionable. The team will have running back Frank Gore and wide receiver Michael Crabtree active for the game.

The 49ers are a 1-point favorite for the Saturday night showdown with the Chargers.

The 49ers announced several roster moves prior to Sunday's game against Seattle, per the team's official website. The team placed linebacker NaVorro Bowman (knee) and defensive lineman Glenn Dorsey (forearm) on the injured reserve list. In a corresponding move, San Francisco promoted cornerback Marcus Cromartie and guard Andrew Tiller to the 53-man active roster from the team’s practice squad.

Both players were listed as questionable on the team's final injury report, though it was reported early Saturday that Gore would in fact suit up for the game. Crabtree has yet to miss a game this season.

49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh told reporters that quarterback Blaine Gabbert had X-rays on his right shoulder, which came back negative.

Gabbert worked five drives in the first half before leaving the game. He is competing with Josh Johnson for the No. 2 job behind Colin Kaepernick. Harbaugh indicated that he would like three quarterbacks on the 53-man active roster.

An earlier report had Bowman in danger of missing the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL and MCL in his left knee that he suffered during last season's NFC Championship game. He's expected to be a limited participant in practice all week leading up to Week 12 against Washington.

Ventrone only played eight games this season for San Francisco and recorded just three tackles.

Holliday was waived in Week 9 from the Buccaneers to promote Marcus Thigpen.

Bruce Miller

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San Francisco fullback Bruce Miller led the team in receiving Week 15.

Miller hauled in four passes for 56 yards during the contest. The 49ers had a tough time getting anything going against a tough Seattle defense, and no receiver was able to put up a big game. Miller also got some work in the run game with Frank Gore and Carlos Hyde out with injuries. He gained 4 yards on two carries.

Both players were listed as questionable on the team's final injury report, though it was reported early Saturday that Gore would in fact suit up for the game. Crabtree has yet to miss a game this season.

Hyde, Stevie Johnson and Reid were all ruled out prior to Sunday. Brock, Brooks and Cox were all considered questionable. Brock has a hamstring injury. Brooks is dealing with a thumb issue. Cox has a shoulder injury. Josh Johnson is a healthy scratch.

An earlier report had Bowman in danger of missing the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL and MCL in his left knee that he suffered during last season's NFC Championship game. He's expected to be a limited participant in practice all week leading up to Week 12 against Washington.

Both Brock and Willis were listed as questionable to play on Friday's final injury report due to toe injuries, and the 49ers defense wil have to survive without both. Willis has played in six games, recording 34 total tackles and an interception, but he hasn't played since facing the Rams in Week 6. Brock has seen action in just two games this season.

Both players were listed as questionable on the team's final injury report, though it was reported early Saturday that Gore would in fact suit up for the game. Crabtree has yet to miss a game this season.

Hyde, Stevie Johnson and Reid were all ruled out prior to Sunday. Brock, Brooks and Cox were all considered questionable. Brock has a hamstring injury. Brooks is dealing with a thumb issue. Cox has a shoulder injury. Josh Johnson is a healthy scratch.

Bruce Ellington, who came into the game listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury, will give it a go. He's the only player listed as questionable who will attempt to play through his injury.

Justin Smith

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49ers coach Jim Tomsula isn't going to pitch defensive end Justin Smith to come back to the team in 2015. Instead, he's going to let Smith figure it out for himself, according to the team's website.

"You know the level of respect I have for him, and he has earned the right to make the decision on his own terms," Tomsula said. "I told him that I will not try to talk him into anything or out of anything. I really do try to stay neutral on that, I really do."

Smith is a 14-year veteran who is mulling retirement. He finished the 2014 season with 43 tackles, five sacks and recovered two fumbles.

Hyde, Johnson and Brock were all ruled out for Saturday's game on the team's final report, but Brooks joins them on the inactive list after being deemed questionable. The team will have running back Frank Gore and wide receiver Michael Crabtree active for the game.

The 49ers are a 1-point favorite for the Saturday night showdown with the Chargers.

"He’s down in Arizona," Baalke said. "He’s working hard with [former NFL QB and current NFL Network analyst] Kurt [Warner] and several other people. We’ve had a little bit of communication through this first part of the break. But, I know he’s working awfully hard. He knows what he needs to work on. He’s a very dedicated player and I’m sure he feels good about the progress he’s made up to this point. The only reason you go down there and do the things he’s doing is to get better. That’s the mindset and I think he feels comfortable with where he’s at and hopefully that transfers to the field."

Baalke also addressed the parts of Kaepernick's game on which he's working in Arizona, saying, "I know that what he’s down there working on is just all the technique things that go along with the position; footwork, delivery, changing platforms, throwing platforms, arm angle. He’s working on all of that stuff. And, being able to take a little pace off of the ball when he needs to take some pace off of it."

Kaepernick completed 60.5 percent of his passes in 2014, throwing for 3,369 yards, 19 touchdowns and 10 interceptions while adding 639 yards and one touchdown on the ground.

Hyde, Stevie Johnson and Reid were all ruled out prior to Sunday. Brock, Brooks and Cox were all considered questionable. Brock has a hamstring injury. Brooks is dealing with a thumb issue. Cox has a shoulder injury. Josh Johnson is a healthy scratch.

Jacobs spent the 2013 season on the team's practice squad as an undrafted free agent. He suffered a torn ACL during the team's first preseason game Thursday.

Jimmie Ward

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The 49ers have placed defensive back Jimmie Ward on the season-ending injured reserve list with a foot injury, according to Comcast SportsNet Bay Area. Ward sustained the injury in Week 10 against the Saints, but remained in the game. He was unable to practice all week before the team officially placed him on IR.

Bruce Ellington, who came into the game listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury, will give it a go. He's the only player listed as questionable who will attempt to play through his injury.

Vernon Davis

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The 49ers backup pass catchers did little Week 14 against the Raiders.

Tight end Vernon Davis hauled in two passes, gaining 26 yards. Garrett Celek had just one catch, gaining 22 yards. Fullback Bruce Miller also had one catch, but made it count. In the first quarter, Miller hauled in an 8 yard touchdown reception from Colin Kaepernick.

49ers running back Frank Gore returned to practice Thursday wearing a non-contact jersey as he continues to progress through the league's concussion protocol, reports the Sacramento Bee. Rookie running back Carlos Hyde remained sidelined with ankle and back injuries.

The 49ers host the Chargers on Saturday night. If Gore gets cleared by an independent neurologist and Hyde sits out, Gore could see a heavy workload. If neither plays, the 49ers' top two tailbacks would be Alfonso Smith and newly-signed Phillip Tanner.

Kenneth Acker

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The 49ers made a slew of moves Saturday to pare their roster down to the required 53 for the regular season.

Both players were listed as questionable on the team's final injury report, though it was reported early Saturday that Gore would in fact suit up for the game. Crabtree has yet to miss a game this season.

Hyde, Stevie Johnson and Reid were all ruled out prior to Sunday. Brock, Brooks and Cox were all considered questionable. Brock has a hamstring injury. Brooks is dealing with a thumb issue. Cox has a shoulder injury. Josh Johnson is a healthy scratch.

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Thumb - Missed Week 17 vs. Arizona

Dan Skuta

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Offensive tackle Anthony Davis (concussion) and defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey (forearm) have been red-lighted by the 49ers for their Sunday game against Washington.